Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Ford Escape Hybrid, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Transmission Control Module (TCM) DTC Chart
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TMC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| P1260 | Theft Detected, Vehicle Immobilized | If there are any Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) DTCs present in the Instrument Cluster (IC), ADDRESS them first. REFER to DTC CHARTS in this service information. This DTC can also indicate a Controller Area Network (CAN) or a parameter reset concern. Make sure to verify if there are any communication concerns/DTCs with any modules. REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article. If DTC P1260 is the only DTC present, there can be a parameter reset concern, an intermittent power or ground concern with the Transmission Control Module (TCM). REFER to PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) PARAMETER RESET in this service information. If necessary, CHECK the powers and ground to the TCM and PCM. REFER to the SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, to determine the power and ground circuits. |
| P1602 | Immobilizer/ ECM Communication Error |
NOTE:
If IC
DTC U2510 is present, address IC
DTC U2510 first. GO to PINPOINT TEST I
. |
| P1622 | Immobilizer ID Does Not Match | CARRY OUT a parameter reset of the IC and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and CYCLE the ignition 3-5 times, making an attempt to start the vehicle each key cycle. REFER to PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) PARAMETER RESET in this service information. CLEAR the DTCs. CYCLE the ignition. REPEAT the self-test. |
| All other DTCs | - | REFER to the INTRODUCTION article. |
Factory Service Tools
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Disclosure: Verified tool recommendations may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.